$USDC $USDC — is USD Coin, a stable cryptocurrency (stablecoin) pegged to the US dollar at a 1:1 ratio. This means that 1 USDC ≈ 1 USD.
About USDC:
• Issuer: Circle (in partnership with Coinbase, Centre consortium).
• Blockchains: Available on several networks — Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche, Tron, Polygon, Arbitrum, Base, etc.
• Purpose: Convenient value storage, trading, transfers without significant volatility, DeFi, NFT, payment for goods/services.
Advantages:
• Stability: Backed by reserves in US dollars (Treasury bonds, cash, etc.).
• Transparency: Monthly audits confirm reserve backing.
• Instant transfers: Used for transactions without banking restrictions.
Disadvantages:
• Centralization: Circle can block certain addresses.
• Reliance on the issuer: It's important to trust Circle and the reserve checks.
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